Article: Chaplin's America before the great change.(BOOKS)

Byline: Sonny Bunch, THE WASHINGTON TIMES

Glen David Gold's debut novel, Carter Beats the Devil, was a surprise hit. Critically beloved and a commercial success, Mr. Gold crafted a fictional narrative from several larger-than-life figures of the early 20th century, including President Harding and magician Charles Carter. A tale of loss and love with a dash of mystery, Carter Beats the Devil also provided a glimpse of America just preceding a time of great change.

For his second act, Mr. Gold has skipped ahead a few years to America during World War I. He has again borrowed liberally from figures in American history - movie stars like Charlie Chaplin and ...

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